Expand Your Business to Chile: Your Gateway to South America

Unlock the Potential of the Chilean Market and Beyond with Expert Guidance.

Chile is a stable and growing economy, perfect for Small to Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) expanding into South America. Its strong legal system, investor-friendly policies, and prime location make it a smart choice. The economy is set to keep growing in 2025, driven by rising local demand.

Why Choose Chile?

Booming SME Scene: Over 14,000 new businesses start each month, showing strong demand and a lively market.
Stable Economy: Enjoy a safe and growing financial environment.
Ideal Location: Use Chile as a base to reach the rest of South America.
Investor-Friendly Laws: Chile treats local and foreign investors equally under clear regulations.

Our Services for Your Expansion

We offer complete support for setting up your business in Chile, including

SME Classifications: Understand size categories based on sales (in UF) and employees—key for accessing tax breaks like “Pro Pyme.”
Get Your RUT (Tax ID): We help you get your investor RUT, appoint a local rep, and prepare legal documents.
Choose the Best Legal Entity: We’ll guide you on whether to use a flexible SpA (ideal for sole owners) or an SRL structure.
Easy Company Setup: Use either the traditional method or the faster online “Tu Empresa en un Día” to register your business and get your RUT.
Tax Registration: Register with Chile’s IRS (SII), declare your business activity, and confirm your office location.
Open a Bank Account: We’ll help with local bank requirements, including the documents you’ll need.
Get Licenses and Permits: We guide you through getting your business license and any specific permits needed

Doing Business in Chile

Taxes: We help you choose the right tax system (e.g., Pro Pyme or Pro Pyme Transparente), manage VAT (19%), and understand withholding taxes.
Labor Rules: Comply with laws on contracts, work hours (moving to 40 hours/week), pay, and benefits.
Support Programs: We connect you to InvestChile, CORFO, and ProChile for funding, innovation, and export help.

Chile: A Launchpad for South America

Chile’s trade agreements and tax treaties make it a great hub for regional growth:

Free Trade Deals: About 20 FTAs with 56 countries, including all key South American partners, lowering tariffs and easing trade.
Tax Treaties: DTAs with Brazil, Argentina, Colombia, Peru, and the U.S. (in effect since Dec 2023) help avoid double taxation.
Key Benefits for SMEs:
- Export with reduced tariffs.
- Provide services across borders.
- Protect investments abroad.
- Access digital trade and public procurement benefits.

Ready to Expand?

Setting up in Chile is smart and doable—with the right help. We’ll guide you every step of the way so your SME can thrive in Chile and beyond.

Contact us today to start your Chilean journey!